ALEX MCPHERSON NEWS

Alex McPherson rebounds with record-tying six field goals in Auburn's victory over Arkansas Hugh Freeze kept faith in his starter after last week's struggles, and Alex McPherson delivered with a historic performance in the Tigers' 3...

OCTOBER 25 • AL.COM

Late pick-6 helps lift Auburn to first SEC win over Arkansas 33-24

Rayshawn Pleasant intercepted two Taylen Green passes in the fourth quarter, including one returned 49 yards for a touchdown that gave Auburn the last lead it would need in a 33-24...

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Beau Pribula's TD run in the 2nd OT lifts No. 16 Missouri to a 23-17 victory at Auburn

Beau Pribula scored on a 3-yard run in the second overtime, lifting No. 16 Missouri to a 23-17 victory over reeling Auburn on Saturday night

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

No. 11 Oklahoma's 9 sacks and Mateer's late TD sink No. 22 Auburn and ex-Sooners QB Arnold

John Mateer passed for 271 yards as No. 11 Oklahoma defeated No. 22 Auburn 24-17

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

ESPN's 'College GameDay' features Auburn's Alex McPherson in emotional piece: 'We finally did it' Kicker's long journey comes full circle in ESPN's feature.

SEPTEMBER 20 • AL.COM

Available for opener McPherson (undisclosed) was in warmups and played in the Week 1 game at Baylor, Peter Rauterkus of AL.com reports.

Impact McPherson was a true game-time decision for this opener, but he suited up and ended up being available. McPherson should be the primary option to handle kicking duties for Auburn as long as he's healthy.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Likely true GTD for Friday McPherson will likely be a true game-time decision for Friday's opener against Baylor, Justin Ferguson of the Auburn Observer reports.

Impact McPherson was sidelined for almost the entire 2024 season due to ulcerative colitis, and he underwent surgery to remove his colon this offseason. While the starting kicker has been moving in the right direction, there have been flare-ups in the past weeks. This makes his status for Auburn's season opener very up in the air, but he'll talk to the coaching staff prior to kickoff on what he feels comfortable doing physically.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Question mark for Week 1 McPherson is questionable heading into Auburn's opener against Baylor, per Nathan King of 247Sports.com.

Impact McPherson has battled his unique ailment -- Ulcerative Colitis -- all offseason, and though the kicker appeared to be making good progress towards the end of fall camp, he remains a question mark for Week 1. "Obviously, Alex is super talented and accurate, it's just a matter of what he feels like he's able to do," Tigers' head coach Hugh Freeze said. If he can't go, expect Towns McGough to be the backup placekicker for Week 1.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 'light day of work' McPherson (undisclosed) had a light practice for Auburn as he continues to rehab from his injury, per Nathan King of 247Sports.com.

Impact McPherson has been limited all offseason after missing all but one game during the 2024 campaign due to injury. He's reportedly ramping up his participation, but is still limited in practice as Auburn has remained careful with his workload.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice McPherson (undisclosed) is back at practice, Justin Ferguson of The Auburn Observer reports.

Impact Auburn's last two practices saw McPherson attempt kicks and not miss any of them. As long as his health and weight remain stable, he is expected to be good to go for future games.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Appears to be very limited McPherson (undisclosed) appeared to be very limited during Auburn's latest practice Monday, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact It is unclear why McPherson became limited again, though his previous illness may play a part. For the time being, he is not a lock to play Auburn's season opener at Baylor on Aug. 29.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to roll McPherson (illness) is back to normal health and seems to be the favorite to regain his starting placekicker duties, Peter Rauterkus of AL.com reports.

Impact McPherson only kicked in one game last season due to a case of ulcerative colitis. His replacements went a combined 11-for-20 on field goal attempts. McPherson said he's feeling much better physically heading into the fall and has been training throughout the spring and summer. He figures to reassume his role as the team's top placekicker but will have competition behind him in Southern Mississippi transfer Connor Gibbs.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Auburn kicker Alex McPherson posts positive update on social media McPherson missed a bulk of last season due to an illness. Is he slated to take the field in 2025?

APRIL 24 • USATODAY.COM

Hopeful for return McPherson (illness) is hopeful to be back to Auburn's football team, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact A physical illness, a gastrointestinal problem that caused McPherson to lose 55 pounds, and subsequent surgery resulted in McPherson sitting out most of Auburn's 2024 season. However, the placekicker is feeling, indicating there is a chance he can kick footballs again in 2025.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Saturday McPherson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Alabama.

Impact McPherson will remain sidelined as the Tigers face off against the Crimson Tide on Saturday. The 5-foot-9 sophomore's lone appearance came against Kentucky in Week 9.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 13 McPherson (undisclosed) is listed out for Saturday's game against Texas A&M.

Impact McPherson will miss his third consecutive match since his return from injury on Week 9. The sophomore kicker will aim to be back for the final game against Alabama.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday McPherson (undisclosed) won't play against UL-Monroe, Jacob Waters of Opelika-Auburn news reports.

Impact McPherson won't manage to go for the Tigers. That will leave Towns McGough in line to start at place-kicker for Auburn.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Vanderbilt McPherson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game versus Vanderbilt, Nathan King of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact McPherson, who was previously listed as doubtful, is out Saturday due to an undisclosed injury. He has appeared in one game this season and made one of his two field goals and all three of his extra points. Towns McGough is set to take kicks for the Tigers.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful vs. Commodores McPherson (undisclosed) has been downgraded to doubtful ahead of Auburn's clash with Vanderbilt.

Impact McPherson was listed as questionable earlier in the week, but now the kicker's chances of playing appear slim. That should leve Towns McGough as the starting place-kicker for the Tigers.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Vanderbilt McPherson is listed questionable for Saturday's game against Vanderbilt.

Impact McPherson was able to return to the field during the game against Kentucky. The sophomore kicker missed most of the season to an injury and could be he is still limited by it.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to roll McPherson (illness) is good to go for Auburn's clash with Georgia.

Impact The kicker had dealt with an illness during the week, but he was deemed probable midway through the week and sure enough will suit up against the Bulldogs. It'll be the kicker's first action of the season, and he should handle the starting place-kicker duties in Athens.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday McPherson (illness) is probable for Auburn's game Saturday at Georgia.

Impact McPherson did not play during the Tigers' latest game. Towns McGough was their placekicker then. According to Peter Rauterkus of AL.com, McPherson does not have enough "strength" to instill confidence on the team.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday McPherson (illness) is off the SEC injury report and will be available against Oklahoma.

Impact McPherson had been dealing with an illness during the week but is good to go as Auburn looks to rebound against the Sooners.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable McPherson (illness) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus Oklahoma.

Impact McPherson has been upgraded to probable after being listed as questionable on Wednesday's report. Given he's dealing with an illness and not an injury, it's very likely he will be able to play in Saturday's conference clash.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Sooners McPherson (illness) is listed questionable for Saturday's game against Oklahoma.

Impact McPherson has been unable to make his season debut as he continues to recover from an illness. The sophomore kicker will hope to get back in this week's contest but should he be out, his next opportunity will be against Georgia on the road.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE